Who is affected by this change?

This affects Cigna Psychiatry, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Pediatrics providers in NY, CA on All Plans plans.

When does this change take effect?

This change is effective Jan 26, 2026.

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Summary of Provider Newsroom behavioral health articles

Cigna·NY, CA · Psychiatry, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine +1 more·Quality Measures

Effective date

Jan 26, 2026

We identified it

Jun 18, 2026

Days to comply

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Summary

This is an informational summary of behavioral health articles from January 2026, highlighting new resources for diverse patient care, upcoming HEDIS data collection, behavioral health Centers of Excellence facilities, and updated LOCUS/CALOCUS-CASII criteria for New York and California. No immediate billing changes are required.

Action Required

Action needed

Review informational content for awareness of behavioral health resources and upcoming HEDIS data collection requirements. Providers in New York and California should note the updated LOCUS and CALOCUS-CASII age criteria effective January 26, 2026, which may affect level of care determinations for behavioral health patients.

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